1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 227 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 161 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |